If you are trying to stick to a budget and live frugally, having a regular date night might feel out of reach financially. When you take into account getting a babysitter (if you have kids), plus a meal out and maybe even dessert, it can really add up. Over the years my husband and I have […]
As nature slows down and temperatures drop, avid gardeners in the Southeast are discovering the immense potential of cultivating vegetables outdoors during the colder months. Careful planning and the right techniques can yield a bountiful harvest. Even if you’re new to gardening, these vegetables are some of the easiest to grow. It’s certainly worth a […]
Cool air and falling leaves are just around the corner! Add a touch of warmth to your home this season with these 7 fall candle ideas. Candles are a inexpensive and great way to get your home ready for fall football parties, dinners, and other seasonal occasions you may have lined up. 7 Fall Candle […]
If you’re trying to save money on groceries, sticking with more frugal meat options is one way to do it. Chicken is one of the more inexpensive meat choices, plus it’s a healthy meat option! To save the most on chicken try to find a way to buy in bulk. We grab ours from a […]
Combine a classic oatmeal cookie with the flavor of fall to create a new favorite: pumpkin oatmeal cookies! The simple glaze makes them even better. PrintPumpkin Oatmeal Cookies Ingredients1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1/8 tsp ground allspice 1/8 tsp ground cloves 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter, […]
Fall is a great time to tackle some specific cleaning tasks to prepare your home for the upcoming season. You might be wondering what in the world this has to do with frugality. Well, regular maintenance of the things in our home makes them last longer and keeps us from having to replace them! It […]
I don’t always love the idea of hiding ingredients the food I feed my family, especially my kids. I want them to know what I’m making and what’s in it. So when I say “hidden,” I don’t mean you have to keep it a secret! I just mean that it’s not obvious these recipes have […]
Nothing ruins a fun Christmas like a huge credit card bill, but you can be merry without going broke by starting to save now. It’s only mid September, there is still plenty of time to put aside extra money! Here are 12 ways to save $300 before Christmas. If you look through these ideas and […]
